International Radio and Television Society Foundation holds annual mentorship dinner

NEW YORK -- The International Radio and Television Society Foundation held its annual mentorship dinner on Thursday night.

The IRTS Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to developing the next generation of media leaders.

Wendell Scott, senior vice president of Disney Advertising Sales, received the Hall of Mentorship Award.

A 22-year veteran of Disney and ESPN, Scott oversees major advertising partnerships across Disney's brands.

Also in attendance was Debra OConnell, chairman of Disney Entertainment Television, and Rita Ferro, president of Global Advertising Sales for the Walt Disney Company.